A teacher faces charges for allegedly recording a colleague in a restroom during the Scout Jamboree in Iloilo. The incident is under investigation by DepEd and the Boy Scouts of the Philippines.
Not all teachers back the call for VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment. The push comes mainly from ACT, citing concerns over confidential funds use.
Teachers’ groups are calling for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment over alleged misuse of confidential funds, urging Congress to act swiftly on corruption claims and prioritize accountability.
The Department of Education (DepEd) plans to reduce Senior High School (SHS) subjects to just five or six, giving students more time for work immersion. This change aims to equip SHS graduates with practical skills for better job opportunities after school.
Comelec has announced a proposed ₱2,000 increase in honoraria and an additional 10 service credits for teachers serving as poll workers in the 2025 elections. The plan also includes new transportation and communication allowances to better support teachers in their election duties.
DepEd is tackling class suspensions from recent typhoons by planning make-up classes and blended learning options. These measures aim to help students catch up on missed days and prevent learning loss.
The new Matatag curriculum introduced by DepEd aims to reduce the workload of public school students by limiting overlapping assignments and performance tasks. Through better teacher coordination and a phased approach to curriculum revision, students can focus more on learning and less on being overwhelmed.
DepEd Western Visayas struggles to fill teaching and non-teaching posts, leaving schools in key provinces short-staffed, impacting education quality.
The Filipino subject in Senior High School (SHS) may be reduced or removed in the new curriculum by DepEd, sparking concerns from “Tanggol Wika.” They argue that the subject is vital for students’ language skills and national identity and are urging DepEd to reconsider this decision.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is pushing for Senate Bill No. 2840 to improve teacher standards in the Philippines. The bill introduces stricter qualifications, alternative licensure pathways, and more transparency in the licensure exam process, aiming to enhance teacher preparation and education quality.